A Little About Me
My journey began in the quiet corners of South Korea, where as a runaway and orphan, my life changed forever at eight and a half when I found home in the embrace of a loving, beautifully diverse family. This profound shift awakened something in me—a commitment to honor the dignity in every person's story through my lens as a Documentary Photographer.
When I photograph someone, I'm stepping into a space of profound trust. I've learned that worthwhile and honest stories reveal themselves when people feel seen—not as subjects, but as bearers of wisdom and worth. I move slowly, speak softly, and wait patiently for trust to build until the camera between us becomes not a barrier but a bridge.
Each wrinkle, scar, and smile carries a narrative that deserves a kind reverence. I've sat with laborers whose hands tell stories their voices never could, with activists whose eyes flash with the fire of conviction, with families whose bonds transcend language. Their vulnerability is never something I take lightly—it's a gift I'm determined to honor with both technical precision and profound empathy.
Crossing borders has taught me that dignity is our universal language. Whether in crowded refugee camps or quiet rural kitchens, I approach each person with the same question: not "What picture can I take?" but "What truth will you share?" This philosophy guides every frame I compose and every relationship I build.
I believe deeply that when we truly see one another—in all our complexity and contradiction—we can begin to heal what divides us. My camera is simply a tool in service of this greater purpose.
I'd love to hear what stories you need brought to light. Wherever your vision leads, I'm ready to follow—with care, respect, and unwavering commitment to the humanity we share.
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